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Dezeen's Weekly Design and Architecture Roundup

This week's Dezeen roundup features Jaguar's new electric car, the indefinite shelving of Neom Stadium, the sale of the Chrysler Building, and more.

Jaguar unveiled its Type 01 electric car, designed to mark a new era for the British brand. This production version follows the Type 00 concept and a controversial rebrand from two years ago.

The Neom Stadium, planned for Saudi Arabia's The Line mega city, has reportedly been "shelved indefinitely." This news suggests a potential end for The Line project, which was envisioned to span 170 kilometers.

The iconic Chrysler Building in New York has been sold to real estate developer Tishman Speyer, who plans to restore its facade and redesign a significant portion of its interiors.

Dezeen highlighted 10 monumental brutalist buildings across Asia, featured in the new book 'Brutalist Asia,' showcasing diverse structures from Qatar to Iran.

The 'Find Attached' exhibition in Berlin presented projects from 14 emerging designers focused on resourcefulness, including a natural air conditioning unit and a sawdust coffin.

Kevin McCloud reflected on changes in British architecture since 'Grand Designs' began in 1999, noting a perceived calming and relaxation in design approaches.

Top projects this week included an exposed concrete house in Vietnam, a Foster + Partners extension for the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, and a prefabricated house in Prague.

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